06/20/2024

Associations & Social Responsibility

We are under more pressure to speak out on hot topics

The current news cycle is stressful for everyone, including a lot of associations—at least two major global conflicts, an election year, plus anxiety over immigration, the economy and more. Even if you as a leader don't see the need to weigh in on today's hot topic, there is a good chance a substantive group of members or other stakeholders do want to see you speak out.

But even if you decide it is worth making a statement, there is the question of what the content of the statement should be and who is involved in crafting it.

Managed poorly, the process can create severe divisions within your association—I know of at least one small association nearly cratered over this situation. In the current moment, an action plan is essential.

Please select this link to read the complete article from Associations Now.